Two Large Marine Gastropod Shells
Updated August 16, 2026
| Lot number | 265 |
| Estimate | 60.00 - 100.00 USD |
| Auction | Hermes, Tiffany & Co, Fine Art & More! Multi Platform |
| Date | August 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Kellies Estate Services |
| Location | Okemos, Michigan |
This lot includes two large natural marine gastropod specimens, a Ramose Murex (Chicoreus ramosus) and a heavy-bodied conch shell. The Murex features elaborate branched spines and a pinkish-orange interior tint, while the conch exhibits a weathered matte exterior and a vibrant, polished amber-orange aperture. A clear acrylic display stand is included for the Murex specimen.Murex: 7.5 inches long, 5 inches highConch: 7 inches long.The Murex is in good condition with minor natural growth marks and slight blunting to spine tips. The conch displays a weathered exterior with natural pitting and minor chipping to the outer lip, though the interior remains glossy and well-preserved.
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